Registered Nurse - Transition of Care Nurse Manager

The Western New York Healthcare System located in Buffalo, NY is currently recruiting for a Registered Nurse - Transition of Care Nurse Manager.

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Transition of Care Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for the operation of assigned unit(s) and for influencing care outcomes through effective leadership, collaboration, and the application of professional nursing practice. The incumbent serves as a role model, educator, practitioner, and supervisor, promoting a culture of accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The Nurse Manager collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to deliver evidence-based, Veteran-centered care; supports the development of staff and care delivery systems; and contributes to the achievement of organizational, programmatic, and strategic goals through sound clinical judgment, effective resource management, and a commitment to excellence in patient care. Duties of the position include, but are not limited to: Functions as a professional nurse and is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates delivery of care based on age-specific components. Assumes responsibility for the coordination and continuity of care focused on patient education, self-management, customer satisfaction, patient experience, and patient safety throughout the continuum of care. Provides Veteran/patient-driven care through the application of clinical knowledge, critical thinking, sound judgment, and evidence-based practice. Incorporates patient, family, and caregiver knowledge, values, beliefs, preferences, and goals into care delivery; serves as a patient advocate; addresses ethical issues; and applies high reliability principles and I CARE values to improve patient outcomes and the consistency of care delivery. Serves as the designated first-line supervisory authority for assigned unit(s) and is responsible and accountable for unit operations. Provides leadership through the direction and supervision of staff, including orientation, training, development, performance management, mentoring, and professional growth. Functions as a role model, educator, practitioner, and supervisor while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Communicates and collaborates effectively with members of the interdisciplinary team to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate patient care. Builds productive relationships across the continuum of care, removes barriers to safe and effective care delivery, resolves conflicts constructively, and promotes teamwork to achieve optimal patient and organizational outcomes. Leads or participates in performance improvement, quality management, and evidence-based practice initiatives. Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates outcomes; identifies opportunities for improvement; supports efficient and cost-effective resource utilization; and implements innovative programs, processes, and best practices that improve care delivery and organizational performance. Participates in the development and implementation of care delivery models, strategic initiatives, and organizational goals. Ensures compliance with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, VA and VHA policies, directives, and standard operating procedures while promoting equitable, accessible, and high-quality patient care. Maintains professional competence through ongoing learning, participation in professional organizations, and knowledge sharing with colleagues. Protects sensitive information in accordance with privacy and information security requirements and performs other related duties as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.